ATR has announced that Ethiopian Airlines will lease two brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft to Air Congo, strengthening the African network. This partnership represents a significant milestone for ATR's expansion in Africa and establishes Ethiopian Airlines as a regional MRO hub.
Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated the graduation of 457 aviation professionals from its owned academic center, Ethiopian Aviation University. The graduating class includes 58 pilots, 115 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 284 cabin crew members from 12 countries.
Ethiopian Airlines has placed an order for nine additional Boeing 787-9 aircraft, according to an announcement by the US manufacturer. This follows a previous order of 11 787s and 20 737 MAX from Boeing at the 2023 Dubai Airshow.
Ethiopian Airlines has placed a firm order for six Airbus A350-900 aircraft, becoming the largest A350 customer in Africa. This is the airline's second direct commercial order announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025.
Ethiopian Airlines has exercised an option from a previous Boeing order and purchased 11 additional Boeing 737 MAX jets at Dubai Airshow 2025. The airline is expanding its regional and international networks with the new aircraft, which will help support its growth plans.
Ethiopian Airlines has secured multiple aircraft deals at Dubai Airshow, including the acquisition of more Airbus A350 widebodies and the leasing of two ATR 72-600 aircraft to Congo's national carrier Air Congo. The airline also ordered six A350-900s directly with Airbus and signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace for premium business class seating solutions across its fleet.